Centennial Tailgate at the New Agriculture and Life Sciences Complex

Ready to watch the Aggies take on Mizzou? Join us at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences tailgate tent as we celebrate the centennial anniversary of the College.

We’ll have delicious breakfast tacos and cinnamon rolls from Fuddrucker’s, plenty of juices and coffe and an impressive Aggie market where you’ll find mementos of the College’s first 100 years.

While you’re at the tailgate, be sure to check out the Benjamin Knox “Texas Landscapes” exhibit, and pick up a print of the custom centennial painting by Mr. Knox. Prints can be purchased individually, or to be framed along with your Texas A&M diploma.

Countdown to Game Time

8:00 a.m.

Grab some grub from Fuddruckers.

Catch some ESPN GameDay on the AgriLife Center TV wall.

Score great deals at our Aggie market.

10:00 a.m.

Time-out for a special centennial presentation from Dr. Mark Hussey, Vice Chancellor and Dean for Agriculture and Life Sciences.

11:00 a.m.

Game time!

All current and former students, friends, faculty, and staff are welcome. Stop by the big tent, say hello to your fellow Aggies, and join us for a party that’s been 100 years in the making. See you there! Gig ’em, Ags!R.S.V.P. here.

Upcoming Centennial Lecture Series Events

Celebrating our strong scholarship and research, the Centennial Lecture Series features speakers from around the world nominated by our College faculty. Each speaker will engage our faculty, staff, students and the university community to highlight agriculture, life sciences and natural resources’ issues that impact society.

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